Granted
The Board granted a separate rating for nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) and increased ratings for diabetic peripheral neuropathy with sciatic nerve paralysis in both feet, effective August 12, 2024.
The deciding factor: The evidence was in approximate balance that the Veteran's conditions warranted higher ratings based on their severity and impact on daily functioning.
- Claimed conditions
- nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), diabetic peripheral neuropathy with sciatic nerve paralysis of the right foot, diabetic peripheral neuropathy with sciatic nerve paralysis of the left foot
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 8, 2025
- Citation
- A25087331
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